Testosterone 101: What Every Man (And Woman) Needs To Know
Mark Hyman
29 jul 2024
Mindsip insights from this episode:
Understand testosterone's role in prostate cancer risk
Data shows testosterone replacement does not cause prostate cancer, though it can accelerate the growth of an existing cancer.
Reduce belly fat to maintain testosterone levels
Visceral belly fat contains an enzyme called aromatase that actively converts a man's testosterone into estrogen, lowering T levels and increasing estrogen.
Avoid testosterone therapy if you are an over-aromatizer
Taking testosterone can actually worsen your condition if you are an 'over-aromatizer,' as your body will simply convert the extra testosterone into more estrogen.
Utilize Dutch profile test to uncover hormone imbalances
The Dutch Profile is a saliva test that reveals how you metabolize hormones, which is crucial for understanding imbalances that standard blood tests might miss.
Utilize CJC-1295 and Ipamorelin to lose visceral fat and gain muscle
A peptide combination of CJC-1295 and Ipamorelin can be used in a three-month cycle to help lose visceral fat and gain muscle mass.
Administer subcutaneous testosterone injections for simplicity and comfort
Subcutaneous (SubQ) testosterone injections into belly fat are just as effective as deep muscle injections and are far simpler and less painful to administer.
Address bad gut bacteria to prevent estrogen dominance
Certain bad gut bacteria produce an enzyme that unpacks estrogen your body is trying to excrete, causing it to be reabsorbed and leading to estrogen dominance.
Aim for optimal testosterone levels of 600-900 for better health
Men should aim for an optimal testosterone level of 600-900, not just the 'normal' range of 200-1000, which is based on an unhealthy population average.
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